PHX Remote Pilot Operator

SAIC • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

SAIC is seeking part-time Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) candidates to join its Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Air Traffic Control Tower (PHX) in Phoenix, Arizona. The position supports air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This is not a UAS, UAV, RPV, or drone pilot position.

The RPO plays the roles of pilots and other controllers in an air traffic controller training simulator. Using a simulated radar display and voice communication system, the RPO simulates pilot actions and communications from remote ATC facilities during medium- and high-fidelity training exercises. RPOs receive voice commands from students, enter appropriate information into the automated system to simulate pilot actions, translate displayed information into ATC terminology, and respond to students through the voice communication system using proper phraseology.

Candidates must complete classroom certification, including passing a test on airspace and procedures, and lab certification, demonstrating performance as an RPO on all positions.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to read and interpret materials such as diagrams and manuals.
• Ability to speak clearly and be understood.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team, such as with multimedia developers, quality assurance, instructional system designers, subject matter experts, and instructors.
• Experience and certification in an ATC Tower, TRACON, or En Route simulation lab; strongly desired but not required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of FAAO JO 7110.65; strongly desired but not required.
• Effective team-building skills.
• Proficiency with the MS Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Basic familiarity with current technology tools such as tablets, notebooks, and applications.
• Basic familiarity with or experience in pilot/controller communications or phraseology.

Responsibilities

• Operate a simulated radar display and voice communication system in an air traffic controller training simulator.
• Simulate the actions and communications of pilots and remote ATC facilities during training exercises.
• Receive voice commands from students and enter appropriate information into the automated system to simulate pilot actions.
• Translate displayed information into appropriate air traffic control terminology.
• Respond to students through the voice communication system using proper phraseology.
• Complete classroom certification by passing a test on airspace and procedures.
• Complete lab certification by performing as an RPO on all positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED